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Avira smacks the Conficker worm
Mon, 30 March 2009
Users are concerned about the Conficker worm becoming more active within short space of time. Avira users can remain calm: Avira’s AntiVir recognizes and removes the current variants of the harmful program.
Tettnang, 30 March 2009 – In a few days the worm known as Conficker has become more active. No reason to worry: The current anti-virus solutions from Avira recognize and remove the harmful program.
In order to be on the safe side, Avira strongly recommends its users to install the current Version 9 of AntiVir, which offers enhanced detection and elimination routines. The new version is faster since it has more processors or processor cores at its disposal.
The update offers users of the free Avira AntiVir Personal additional spyware detection and does not require any additional anti-spyware solution on the system. The new version can be downloaded from www.free-av.com. The users of Avira AntiVir Premium or Avira Premium Security Suite can download the update for their product from the Avira website. The license for Version 8 can be used with the current Version 9 until the end of the license period.
About Avira
Avira is a leading global provider of self-developed security solutions for professional and private use. With over twenty years of experience, the company is one of the pioneers in this field.
The security expert maintains several offices in Germany as well as partnerships in Europe, Asia and America. At its headquarters in Tettnang on the shores of Lake Constance, Avira is one of the largest employers in the region, employing over 180 staff. Around 250 persons are employed across the world, whose dedication is always being rewarded. Avira AntiVir Personal represents a significant contribution towards security and is used a million times by private users.
The domestic and international clientele is formed by well known companies listed on the stock exchange, educational establishments and government authorities. Apart from protecting the virtual environment, Avira promotes the Auerbach Foundation for greater protection and security in the real world. The Auerbach Foundation supports charitable and social projects, as well as art, culture and science.
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